Systems and methods to facilitate payment for shipped goods
US7117178B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 26, 2001 |
| Grant date | Oct 3, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 21, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG07F7/08
- WIPO fieldIT methods for management
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Systems and methods are provided for managing a transaction for a sale of goods between a customer and a merchant. A communication relating to the transaction is received by a provider that is affiliated with several offices, the communication including at least an indication of the cost for the goods. The cost is collected from the customer in accordance with the communication. The cost is paid to the merchant after the merchant delivers the goods.
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